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3 Using the FROG-XT
3.1 Safety Features
Protected Seating Position:
Seats are positioned behind the buoyancy panels and framework. This provides maximum
protection and minimises sense of exposure. The arrangement of the seats and entry / exit
points allow rapid access and egress, allowing faster and more efficient transfers.
Fall Protection:
3-point harness system and grab handles protect from the risk of falling during transfer.
Vertical impact protection:
i. Seats are mounted on a suspension system which consists of coil springs and recoil
dampers
ii. Semi-upright secure seat position, cushioned saddle seat
iii. Impact absorbing EVA foam feet
Lateral impact protection:
i. Stainless steel frame
ii. Buoyancy panels
iii. High backed protective headrest designed to reduce risk of whiplash
iv. Grab handles and saddle shaped seat cushion for secure seating position
Floatation:
Buoyancy panels ensure the FROG-XT6 floats with both passengers and stretcher above the
water line. The FROG-XT6 self-rights up to 180° inverted to the vertical position and is very
stable in a range of conditions.
3.2 Passenger Instructions
i. Enter carrier and take the appropriate seat
ii. Fasten seat harness
iii. Keep hands and feet inside the carrier
iv. Hold the grab handles or the chest straps of the seat harness to keep body stabilised
v. Place feet onto the floor in front of the buoyancy panel
vi. Bear weight slightly onto feet in order to adopt a comfortable secure position especially
during landing and take-off
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